Tax Specialist Jobs in La Jolla, CA

A Tax Specialist in the accounting industry is responsible for preparing, filing, and ensuring the accuracy of an organization's or individual's tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations, and providing advice on tax related matters. They research, analyze, interpret, and apply tax laws, regulations, and court decisions to help optimize tax savings and minimize tax liabilities. Their duties also include identifying tax savings opportunities, developing tax strategies, and assisting with audits and tax litigations.

The skills required for a Tax Specialist include excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, a thorough understanding of tax laws and regulations, and proficiency in tax software and databases. They should have excellent communication skills to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and tax authorities. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Certified Tax Coach (CTC) certification would be advantageous. Prior roles that can lead to a Tax Specialist position include Tax Accountant, Tax Analyst, or Tax Associate.

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Strategic Employment Partners

Tax Manager

A dynamic CPA firm in Southern California is seeking a Tax Manager to join their team. This company is based outside of Del Mar but the role is fully remote. In this role, you would be responsible...

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Business Tax Expert - Work From Home - 3+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a mission-driven company includes living our...

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Senior Business Tax Analyst- Work From Home - 3+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a mission-driven company includes living our...

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Business Tax Filer - Work From Home - 3+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a mission-driven company includes living our...

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Business Tax Preparer - Work From Home - 3+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a mission-driven company includes living our...

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Business Tax Consultant - Work From Home

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a mission-driven company includes living our...

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Business Tax Analyst- Work From Home - 3+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a mission-driven company includes living our...

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Tax Senior Associate - High Net Worth Tax

  • Solana Beach, CA (8 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Solana Beach, CA (8 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Location: Solana Beach, CA Work Arrangement: In-office or Hybrid Typical Day in the Life As a Tax Senior Associate in our high net worth tax practice, you will be responsible for working with...

Tax Manager - High Net Worth Tax

  • Solana Beach, CA (8 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Solana Beach, CA (8 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Location: Solana Beach, CA Work Arrangement: In-office or Hybrid Typical Day in the Life As a Tax Manager in our high-net-worth tax practice, you will be responsible for working with individual...

US E - Tax - Senior - National Tax - Program Management (TTO)

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Tax Transformation drives improvements across the full range of Tax market offerings focused on both Tax compliance and advisory services....

Business Tax Filer - Work From Home

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a mission-driven company includes living our...

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Experienced Tax Preparer

  • Chula Vista, CA (18 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (18 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Benefits: Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development Calling all Experienced Tax Preparers! Join our team for an exciting...

International Tax Manager

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities Prepare and/or review international components of quarterly and annual income tax provisions (ASC 740), including BEAT, GILTI, Subpart F, FDII, E&P, FTC, and FIN 48....

Tax Manager

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Manager Responsibilities: Research, review, and organize tax documents Maintain tax compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Oversee, train, and mentor tax professionals Business development...

Tax Manager - Private Client Services

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or equivalent field is required 4+ years of tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience in public accounting or public/Coporate mix CPA or IRS...

Demographic Data for La Jolla, CA

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in La Jolla, CA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in La Jolla, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.2%
Master's Degree
31.5%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
5.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Tax Specialists in La Jolla, CA
None
27.3%
1-2 years
22.7%
Less than 1 year
18.2%
2-4 years
18.2%
4-6 years
9.1%
6-8 years
4.5%


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